Antioxidants from Food and Wastes for Nutraceutical, Pharmaceutical Cosmetic Fields

This Special Issue, titled "Antioxidants from Food and Food Wastes for Nutraceutical, Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Fields," explores the sustainable recovery and utilization of antioxidant compounds derived from food matrices and agri-food wastes. Antioxidant bioactive molecules, such as phenolics, flavonoids and other natural antioxidants, are abundant in by-products from food processing and agricultural activities and present significant potential as functional ingredients. Research in this area addresses key challenges in extraction, characterization, stability, and bioavailability, and focuses on the development of green and efficient methodologies that enhance the recovery and performance of these compounds. The scope of the Reprint covers innovative extraction technologies, formulation strategies to improve efficacy and stability, analytical approaches for detailed compound characterization, and bioactivity studies relevant to nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. By highlighting advances that promote the effective valorization of food waste into high-value antioxidant ingredients, this collection aims to support progress toward circular economy principles and sustainable industrial practices. High-quality original research and comprehensive reviews are collected that advance scientific understanding and provide solutions that improve antioxidant compound delivery, stability, and practical application.

Pagina's: 270, Hardcover, MDPI AG